Affiliate Area Tabs is a free add-on for AffiliateWP that allows you to add custom tabs to the affiliate dashboard and populate them using existing WordPress pages. This add-on provides WordPress developers a straightforward way to organize affiliate resources and improve the dashboard layout without writing custom code.
WPExclusive members get access to Affiliate Area Tabs as part of a full plugin and theme library, plans from $9.99/month. See the full AffiliateWP collection →
What Is Affiliate Area Tabs?
Affiliate Area Tabs is developed by AffiliateWP and is an affiliates add-on for WordPress. It belongs to the affiliates category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for managing referral programs.
The add-on organizes the affiliate dashboard into distinct sections by linking custom tabs to standard WordPress pages. It is designed for site owners who need to share additional instructions, resources, or policies with their affiliates.
Affiliate Area Tabs Features
The add-on integrates directly into the WordPress admin interface to manage tab visibility and content.
Custom Tab Creation
You can create new tabs directly from the WordPress dashboard. Each tab links to a standard WordPress page. This setup allows you to use the block editor to format the content shown to your partners. Browse more AffiliateWP add-ons to expand your setup.
Tab Management and Ordering
The interface lets you reorder custom tabs and default sections. You can hide specific tabs or rename them to match your branding. This level of control keeps the dashboard organized and prevents information overload.
Integration with Other Add-ons
Sections created by other extensions, such as Direct Link Tracking or Order Details For Affiliates, appear in the same management interface. You can manage these automatically generated sections exactly like your custom entries.
Pricing
Affiliate Area Tabs is a free add-on for users who have an active AffiliateWP license. Check current pricing on the developer sales page, WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Affiliate Area Tabs + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers the add-on plus hundreds of other plugins and themes, usually less than one premium license.
Affiliate Area Tabs Latest Version
The add-on receives regular updates. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install?
- Download the Affiliate Area Tabs .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to AffiliateWP, then Settings, then Affiliate Area Tabs to begin adding custom sections.
Affiliate Area Tabs Use Cases
Sharing Marketing Assets
Program managers often need to distribute banners and email templates. They use the add-on to create a dedicated marketing materials tab linked to a hidden WordPress page containing these assets. This keeps resources accessible without cluttering the main dashboard. Find similar WordPress affiliates plugins.
Providing Training Guides
Site owners need to train new partners on how to generate sales. By creating a training tab, they can display instructional videos and text directly within the affiliate portal.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies deploy this add-on to build custom portals for their clients. A WPExclusive membership eliminates per-site licensing costs, allowing developers to standardize their dashboard setups across all client projects.
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Links tabs directly to WordPress pages, allowing the use of page builders or the block editor for content.
- Provides drag-and-drop reordering for both custom and default tabs.
- Connects natively with other AffiliateWP extensions.
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires the core AffiliateWP plugin to function.
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is Affiliate Area Tabs GPL Licensed?
Yes. Affiliate Area Tabs is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL), the same license that governs WordPress itself. GPL gives any user the legal right to use, study, share, and redistribute the software. This is the legal framework that makes WPExclusive’s membership model possible.
WPExclusive distributes 100% original, unmodified files, the same release the developer publishes. No injected code, no alterations, no security risks.
Get Affiliate Area Tabs on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime, giving you Affiliate Area Tabs plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
Explore the full AffiliateWP collection → or browse all WordPress plugins →
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Affiliate Area Tabs do?
Affiliate Area Tabs is an affiliates extension used to add custom sections to the affiliate dashboard. It links these new sections to standard WordPress pages to display additional content. Site owners use it to share resources and policies.
Is Affiliate Area Tabs free?
The add-on is free for users with an active AffiliateWP license.
What is the latest version of Affiliate Area Tabs?
The add-on is actively maintained, WPExclusive members always receive the most current release.
How much does Affiliate Area Tabs cost?
It is available for free from the developer for license holders. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month, covering unlimited sites and the full library.
Is it legal to use Affiliate Area Tabs via WPExclusive?
Affiliate Area Tabs is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files, fully within GPL terms.
How do I manage tabs added by other extensions?
Sections added by other extensions appear directly within the management interface. You can hide and reorder them just like the custom entries you create.
